Legal guides

Practical guides to Dutch law, arranged by area of law: from employment and corporate law to family law, immigration, criminal law and real estate. Written by the lawyers of Law & More in Eindhoven and Amsterdam.

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Civil Law

Copying general terms and conditions: the legal risks in the Netherlands

Copying another company’s general terms and conditions (algemene voorwaarden) is risky under Dutch law on three separate grounds: copyright, unlawful act and the validity of the terms themselves. The exception is short standard phrasing, which is too generic for copyright

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How Law & More helps international clients

Discover how Law & More helps International Clients navigate the Dutch legal system with comprehensive
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Employment Law

Working from home in the Netherlands: rights and obligations

Explore the legal rules for working from home, focusing on rights, responsibilities, and key concepts
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Business Law

Debt collection in the Netherlands: the steps that work

Master debt collection in the Netherlands: Learn effective strategies to boost cash flow, adhere to
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Business Law, IT Law

Startup term sheet: what matters beyond the valuation under Dutch law

A startup term sheet records the proposed terms of an investment before the definitive documents

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Real Estate Law

Commercial tenancy law: 7:290 retail space versus 7:230a business space

Navigate Dutch commercial tenancy law to boost business success. Learn the essentials to manage costs
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Business Law

Verbal agreements: binding under Dutch law and how to prove them

Explore whether verbal agreements can be enforced and understand their legal standing in the Netherlands.
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Business Law

Shareholder disputes in the Netherlands: which routes are open to you?

A shareholder dispute in a Dutch bv or nv can be resolved along four routes:

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Real Estate Law

Buying property in the Netherlands: checks, contract and defects

Avoid pitfalls in Dutch real property law with expert insights. Protect your investment and navigate
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Criminal Law

False accusations: criminal and civil remedies under Dutch law

Fight false claims effectively with Dutch corporate law. Discover the steps to protect your reputation
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Criminal Law, IT Law

Hacking and cybercrime in the Netherlands: what the law prohibits

Protect yourself from cybercrime in the Netherlands! Explore Dutch laws, understand your rights, and learn
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Real Estate Law

Preliminary purchase agreement in the Netherlands: what it binds you to

Discover how Dutch contract law turns preliminary purchase agreements into binding commitments that can impact
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Family Law

Dutch family law: what it regulates and why it matters to you

Explore why family law matters, gaining a comprehensive understanding of its importance in personal and
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